manœuvre

[US]//məˈnuːvə(r)//
[UK]//məˈnuːvər//

Translation

v.To move or turn skillfully; To perform a movement in military exercises; To manage situations or people by cleverness or trickery
n.A movement or series of moves requiring skill and care; A military training exercise involving large bodies of troops; A planned and controlled movement of troops, ships, or aircraft

Example Sentences

the general ordered a tactical manoeuvre to flank the enemy position.

the politician's latest manoeuvre was widely criticized by the press.

it was a clever manoeuvre to secure the contract at the last minute.

the company used a strategic manoeuvre to enter the asian market.

the diplomatic manoeuvre helped ease tensions between the two countries.

the military manoeuvre demonstrated the army's preparedness.

attempting that manoeuvre in such bad weather was extremely risky.

his clever political manoeuvre secured him the party leadership.

the financial manoeuvre saved the company from bankruptcy.

the marketing manoeuvre increased sales by 30 percent.

she executed a perfect manoeuvre to park the car in the tight space.

the pilot's daring manoeuvre avoided a mid-air collision.

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